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Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Recipe with Fresh Herbs Easy and Delicious

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A cozy, velvety tomato basil soup made by roasting tomatoes to deepen their flavor, then blending with fresh herbs and cream for a comforting and fresh finish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth, preferably low sodium
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the halved tomatoes, garlic cloves, and chopped onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Spread in a single layer.
  2. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized and garlic is tender. Watch closely near the end to avoid burning.
  3. Transfer the roasted vegetables to a large pot. Add vegetable or chicken broth and fresh thyme leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove thyme sprigs if used whole stems. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. If using a countertop blender, blend in batches carefully.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh chopped basil. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when roasting to ensure caramelization. Add fresh basil at the end to preserve flavor. Blend carefully to avoid pressure buildup. For a chunkier texture, pulse the blender instead of fully pureeing. If soup is too thick, add broth or water to adjust consistency. Stir cream in off heat to prevent curdling.

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